Associate Director, Program Manager – Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (APNT) (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. The Associate Director of Program Management for Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (A-PNT) leads a portfolio of programs with a strong focus on driving customer demand, expanding mission adoption, and delivering resilient PNT solutions. This role is responsible for aligning program execution with evolving customer needs, identifying growth opportunities, and translating operational requirements into scalable, high-impact capabilities for contested and degraded environments. The Associate Director works closely with government stakeholders, technical leaders, and cross-functional teams to shape customer engagement strategies, influence requirements, and position A-PNT capabilities to meet emerging mission challenges. In addition to overseeing program performance, schedule, risk, and financial objectives, this role plays a critical part in advancing market adoption, strengthening customer relationships, and ensuring solutions deliver measurable mission value.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred)
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
10+ years of experience in program or project management within defense, aerospace, or advanced technology environments
Demonstrated experience managing complex technical programs related to navigation systems, sensors, communications, or PNT technologies
Experience working with government customers and understanding of defense acquisition processes
Travel requirements up to 30%

Nice To Haves

Experience with resilient or alternative PNT technologies, including GPS-denied or contested environments
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of A-PNT programs across multiple projects and teams.
Leads Department of War (DOW) and prime contract pursuit activities for competitive and sole-sources activities
Lead the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including business plans, proposal work statements, operation budgets, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and protect Collins’ interests
Develop and implement portfolio management strategies that align with organizational and customer objectives
Coordinate with engineering, research, and operational teams to ensure technical milestones and program deliverables are achieved
Manage program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and successful program execution
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
Serve as a primary liaison with government sponsors, partners, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of program status, risks, and opportunities
Mentor and guide program managers and project teams to strengthen program execution and leadership capability
Ensure programs adhere to security, safety, and quality standards applicable to advanced navigation and timing systems

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!